Operator’s Manual
& Parts Drawings
Tiller
VENTRAC.COM
KL480
Revised 04/22/19
09.10021 Rev. 05
Original Operator’s Manual
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To the Owner
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION PAGE 5
Product Description ................................................................................................................................ 5
Why Do I Need an Operator’s Manual? .................................................................................................5
Using Your Manual .................................................................................................................................6
Manual Glossary ....................................................................................................................................6
SAFETY PAGE 7
Safety Decals .........................................................................................................................................7
General Safety Procedures .................................................................................................................... 9
Training Required ...................................................................................................................................9
Personal Protective Equipment Requirements ......................................................................................9
Operation Safety ....................................................................................................................................9
Preventing Accidents ............................................................................................................................10
Keep Riders O ....................................................................................................................................10
Operating On Slopes ............................................................................................................................ 11
Roadway Safety ................................................................................................................................... 11
Truck Or Trailer Transport .................................................................................................................... 11
Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................12
Fuel Safety ...........................................................................................................................................12
Hydraulic Safety ...................................................................................................................................13
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS PAGE 15
Jack Stand ...........................................................................................................................................15
Depth Gauge ........................................................................................................................................ 15
GENERAL OPERATION PAGE 16
Daily Inspection .................................................................................................................................... 16
Attaching ..............................................................................................................................................16
Detaching .............................................................................................................................................16
Operating Procedure ............................................................................................................................ 16
Clearing Debris From The Tiller ...........................................................................................................17
Transport of Tiller .................................................................................................................................17
SERVICE PAGE 18
Cleaning and General Maintenance.....................................................................................................18
Belt Inspection ......................................................................................................................................18
Attachment Drive Belt Replacement ....................................................................................................18
Triple Drive Belt Replacement .............................................................................................................18
Triple Drive Belt Tension Adjustment ....................................................................................................18
Lubrication Locations ...........................................................................................................................19
Checking Gearbox Oil Level ................................................................................................................19
Changing Gearbox Oil ..........................................................................................................................19
Storage .................................................................................................................................................19
Maintenance Schedule .........................................................................................................................20
Maintenance Checklist .........................................................................................................................20
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SPECIFICATIONS PAGE 21
Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................21
Features ...............................................................................................................................................21
PARTS PAGE 22
Main Frame & Shields ......................................................................................................................... 22
Gearbox & Belt Drive ...........................................................................................................................24
Rotor & Chain Drive .............................................................................................................................26
WARRANTY PAGE 28
Introduction - 5
INTRODUCTION
Product Description
The KL480 tiller is designed for soil preparation for gardens or yards. Twenty-four sequentially spaced tines
provide smooth and ecient tillage. Adjustable skid shoes allow the operator to control the tilling depth.
Intermediate gear reduction provides quiet operation, while a #80 chain in a sealed lubrication nal drive
provides heavy-duty performance.
The tiller is equipped with a stand to allow the tiller to be stored in position for easy reattachment.
Why Do I Need an Operator’s Manual?
This manual has been created to help you gain the important knowledge of what is needed to safely
operate, maintain, and service your machine. It is divided into sections for convenient reference of the
appropriate section.
You must read and understand the operator’s manual for each piece of Ventrac equipment you own. Read-
ing the operator’s manual will help you become familiar with each specic piece of equipment. Under-
standing the operator’s manual will help you, as well as others, avoid personal injury and/or damage to the
equipment. Keep this manual with the machine at all times. The manual should remain with the machine
even if it is sold. If this manual becomes damaged or unreadable, it should be replaced immediately. Con-
tact your local Ventrac dealer for a replacement.
When using a Ventrac attachment, be sure to read and follow the safety and operating instructions of both
the power unit and the attachment being used to ensure the safest operation possible.
The information in this manual provides the operator with the safest procedures to operate the machine
while getting the maximum use out of the unit. Failure to follow the safety precautions listed in this manual
may result in personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
V
enture Products Inc. is pleased to provide you with your new
Ventrac tiller! We hope that Ventrac equipment will provide
you with a ONE Tractor Solution.
INTRODUCTION
Introduction - 6
Using Your Manual
Throughout this manual, you will encounter special messages and symbols that identify potential safety
concerns to help you as well as others avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment.
ATTENTION
This symbol identies potential health and
safety hazards. It marks safety precautions.
Your safety and the safety of others is involved.
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
There are three signal words that describe the level of safety concern: Danger, Warning, and Caution.
Safety should always be the #1 priority when working on or operating equipment. Accidents are more likely
to occur when proper operating procedures are not followed or inexperienced operators are involved.
Note: Right-Hand and Left-Hand orientations may be referred to at dierent places throughout this manual.
Right-Hand and Left-Hand is determined as if sitting on the power unit seat facing forward.
SIGNAL WORD DEFINITIONS
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is limited to the
most extreme cases.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury and/or property damage. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Manual Glossary
Power Unit A Ventrac tractor or other Ventrac engine powered device that may be operated by itself or
with an attachment or accessory.
Attachment A piece of Ventrac equipment that requires a Power Unit for operation.
Accessory A device that attaches to a Power Unit or Attachment to extend its capabilities.
Machine Describes any “Attachment” or “Accessory” that is used in conjunction with a power unit.
Safety - 7
SAFETY
Safety Decals
The following safety decals must be maintained on your KL480 tiller.
Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all grease, dirt, and debris from safety decals and instructional
labels. If any decals are faded, illegible, or missing, contact your dealer promptly for replacements.
When new components are installed, be sure that current safety decals are axed to the replacement
components.
A
B
C
D
D
E
SAFETY
Safety - 8
Decal Description Part Number Quantity
A Danger, Shield Missing 00.0062 1
B Warning, Moving Part Hazard 00.0101 1
C Danger, Pinching Hazard 00.0102 1
D Danger, Keep Hands & Feet Clear 00.0123 2
E Warning, Read Owner’s Manual 00.0217 1
SAFETY
Safety - 9
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
Training Required
• The owner of this machine is solely responsible for properly training the operators.
• The owner/operator is solely responsible for the operation of this
machine and prevention of accidents or injuries occurring to him/her-
self, other people, or property.
• Do not allow operation or service by children or untrained personnel.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Before operating this machine, read the operator’s manual and under-
stand its contents.
• If the operator of the machine cannot understand this manual, then it
is the responsibility of this machine’s owner to fully explain the material
within this manual to the operator.
• Learn and understand the use of all controls.
• Know how to stop the power unit and all attachments quickly in the event of an emergency.
Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
It is the responsibility of the owner to be sure that the operators use the proper personal protective equip-
ment while operating the machine. Required personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to,
the following list.
• Wear a certied ear protection device to prevent loss of hearing.
• Prevent eye injury by wearing safety glasses while operating the machine.
• Closed toe shoes must be worn at all times.
• Long pants must be worn at all times.
• When operating in dusty conditions, it is recommended that a dust mask be worn.
Operation Safety
• Inspect machine before operation. Repair or replace any damaged, worn, or missing parts. Be sure
guards and shields are in proper working condition and are secured in place. Make all necessary
adjustments before operating machine.
• Some pictures in this manual may show shields or covers opened or removed in order to clearly illustrate
any instructions. Under no circumstance should the machine be operated without these devices in place.
• Alterations or modications to this machine can reduce safety and could cause damage to the machine.
Do not alter safety devices or operate with shields or covers removed.
• Before each use, verify that all controls function properly and inspect all safety devices. Do not operate
if controls or safety devices are not in proper working condition.
• Check parking brake function before operating. Repair or adjust parking brake if necessary.
• Observe and follow all safety decals.
• All controls are to be operated from the operator’s station only.
• Always wear a seat belt if the machine has a roll cage/bar installed and in upright position.
• Ensure the attachment or accessory is locked or fastened securely to the power unit before operating.
• Ensure that all bystanders are clear of the power unit and attachment before operating. Stop machine if
someone enters your work area.
• Always be alert to what is happening around you, but do not lose focus on the task you are performing.
Always look in the direction the machine is moving.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path.
• If you hit an object, stop and inspect the machine. Make all necessary repairs before operating machine again.
• Stop operation immediately at any sign of equipment failure. An unusual noise can be a warning of equipment
failure or a sign that maintenance is required. Make all necessary repairs before operating machine again.
SAFETY
Safety - 10
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
• If equipped with a high/low range feature, never shift between high and low range while on a slope.
Always move the machine to level ground and engage the parking brake before shifting range.
• Do not leave machine unattended while it is running.
• Always park the machine on level ground.
• Always shut o engine when connecting attachment drive belt to the power unit.
• Never leave the operator’s station without lowering the attachment to the ground, setting the parking
brake, shutting o the engine, and removing the ignition key. Make sure all moving parts have come to
a complete stop before dismounting.
• Never leave equipment unattended without lowering the attachment to the ground, setting the parking
brake, shutting o the engine, and removing the ignition key.
• Only operate in well-lit conditions.
• Do not operate when there is a risk of lightning.
• Never direct the discharge of any attachment in the direction of people, buildings, animals, vehicles, or
other objects of value.
• Never discharge material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back towards the operator.
• Use extra caution when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
• Do not run the engine in a building without adequate ventilation.
• Do not touch the engine or the muer while the engine is running or immediately after stopping the engine.
These areas may be hot enough to cause a burn.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Operating engine at excessive speed
may increase the hazard of personal injury.
• To reduce the hazard of re, keep the battery compartment, engine, and muer areas free of grass, leaves,
excessive grease, and other ammable materials.
Preventing Accidents
• Clear working area of objects that might be hit or thrown from machine.
• Keep people and pets out of working area.
• Know the work area well before operation. Do not operate where traction or
stability is questionable.
• Reduce speed when you are operating over rough ground.
• Equipment can cause serious injury and/or death when improperly used.
Before operating, know and understand
the operation and safety of the power
unit and the attachment being used.
• Do not operate machine if you are not in good physical and
mental health, if you will be distracted by personal devices, or are
under the inuence of any substance which might impair deci-
sion, dexterity, or judgment.
• Children are attracted to machine activity. Be aware of children
and do not allow them in the working area. Turn o the machine if
a child enters the work area.
Keep Riders O
• Only allow the operator on the power unit. Keep riders o.
• Never allow riders on any attachment or accessory.
Operation Safety (continued)
SAFETY
Safety - 11
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
Operating On Slopes
• Slopes can cause loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in
severe injury or death. Be familiar with the
emergency parking brake, along with the
power unit controls and their functions.
• If power unit is equipped with a fold down
roll bar, it must be locked in the upright
position when operating on any slope.
• Use low range (if equipped) when operating
on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Do not stop or start suddenly when operating on slopes.
• Never shift between high and low range while on a slope. Always move the power unit to level ground
and engage the parking brake before shifting range or placing the power unit in neutral.
• Variables such as wet surface and loose ground will reduce the degree of safety. Do not drive where
machine could lose traction or tip over.
• Keep alert for hidden hazards in the terrain.
• Stay away from drop-os, ditches, and embankments.
• Sharp turns should be avoided when operating on slopes.
• Pulling loads on hills decreases safety. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to determine loads
that can safely be controlled on slopes.
• Transport machine with attachment lowered or close to the ground to improve stability.
• While operating on slopes, drive in an up and down direction when possible. If turning is necessary
while driving across slopes, reduce speed and turn slowly in the downhill direction.
• Assure a sucient supply of fuel for continuous operation. A minimum of one-half tank of fuel is recommended.
Roadway Safety
• Operate with safety lights when operating on or near roadways.
• Obey all state and local laws concerning operation on roadways.
• Slow down and be careful of trac when operating near or crossing roadways. Stop before crossing
roads or sidewalks. Use care when approaching areas or objects that may obscure vision.
• If there is doubt of safety conditions, discontinue machine operation until a time when
operation can be performed safely.
• When operating near or on roadways, have a Slow Moving Vehicle Emblem clearly
displayed.
Truck Or Trailer Transport
• Use care when loading or unloading machine into a truck or trailer.
• Use full width ramps for loading machine into a truck or trailer.
• The parking brake is not sucient to lock the machine during transport. Always secure the power unit
and/or attachment to the transporting vehicle securely using straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Both front
and rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine.
• Shut o fuel supply to power unit during transport on truck or trailer.
• If equipped, turn the battery disconnect switch to the O position to shut o electrical power.
SAFETY
Safety - 12
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
Maintenance
• Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all grease dirt, and debris from safety decals and instructional labels.
• If any decals are faded, illegible, or missing, contact your dealer promptly for replacements.
• When new components are installed, be sure that current safety decals are axed to the replacement
components.
• If any component requires replacement, use only original Ventrac replacement parts.
• Always turn the battery disconnect to the O position or disconnect the battery before performing any
repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal rst and the positive terminal last. Reconnect the positive
terminal rst and the negative terminal last.
• Keep all bolts, nuts, screws, and other fasteners properly tightened.
• Always lower the attachment to the ground, engage parking brake, shut o engine, and remove the
ignition key. Make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before cleaning, inspection,
adjusting or repairing.
• If the power unit, attachment, or accessory requires repairs or adjustments not instructed in the operator’s
manual, the power unit, attachment, or accessory must be taken to an authorized Ventrac dealer for service.
• Never perform maintenance on the power unit and/or attachment if someone is in the operator’s station.
• Always use protective glasses when handling the battery.
• Check all fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular basis. Tighten or repair them as needed.
• To reduce the hazard of re, keep the battery compartment, engine, and muer areas free of grass,
leaves, and excessive grease.
• Do not touch the engine, the muer, or other exhaust components while the engine is running or imme-
diately after stopping the engine. These areas may be hot enough to cause a burn.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing and do not store near an open ame.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Operating engine at excessive
speed may increase the hazard of personal injury.
• Springs may contain stored energy. Use caution when disengaging or removing springs and/or spring
loaded components.
• An obstruction or blockage in a drive system or moving/rotating parts may cause a buildup of stored
energy. When the obstruction or blockage is removed, the drive system or moving/rotating parts may
move suddenly. Do not attempt to remove an obstruction or blockage with your hands. Keep hands,
feet, and clothing away from all power-driven parts.
• Dispose of all uids in accordance with local laws.
Fuel Safety
• To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gaso-
line is extremely ammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Do not refuel machine while smoking or at a location near ames or sparks.
• Always refuel the machine outdoors.
• Do not store machine or fuel container indoors where fumes or fuel can reach an open
ame, spark, or pilot light.
• Only store fuel in an approved container. Keep out of reach of children.
• Never ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
on the ground away from your vehicle before lling.
• Remove machine from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, refuel the
machine using a portable container, rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle.
• Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
• Never remove fuel cap while on a slope. Only remove when parked on a level surface.
• Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
SAFETY
Safety - 13
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
• Do not overll fuel tank. Only ll to bottom of fuel neck, do not ll fuel neck full. Overlling of fuel tank could
result in engine ooding, fuel leakage from the tank, and/or damage to the emissions control system.
• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the power unit away from the fuel spill and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
• If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained outdoors into an approved container.
• Dispose of all uids in accordance with local laws.
• Check all fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular basis. Tighten or repair them as needed.
• The fuel system is equipped with a shut-o valve. Shut o the fuel when transporting the machine to
and from the job, when parking the machine indoors, or when servicing the fuel system.
Hydraulic Safety
• Make sure all hydraulic connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and tubes are in good condition.
Repair any leaks and replace any damaged or deteriorated hoses or tubes before starting the machine.
• Hydraulic leaks can occur under high pressure. Hydraulic leaks require special care and attention.
• Use a piece of cardboard and a magnifying glass to locate sus-
pected hydraulic leaks.
• Keep body and hands away from pinhole leaks
or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic uid.
Hydraulic uid escaping under high pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious injury, leading to
severe complications and/or secondary infections
if left untreated. If hydraulic uid is injected into the
skin, seek immediate medical attention no matter
how minor the injury appears.
• Hydraulic system may contain stored energy. Before performing maintenance or repairs on the hydraulic
system, remove attachments, engage parking brake, disengage weight transfer system (if equipped),
shut o engine, and remove ignition key. To relieve pressure on the auxiliary hydraulic system, shut o the
power unit engine and move the hydraulic control lever left and right before disconnecting the auxiliary
hydraulic quick couplers.
• Dispose of all uids in accordance with local laws.
Fuel Safety (continued)
SAFETY
Safety - 14
KL480 Tiller Safety Procedures
• Know where and how deep any gas, water, and electrical lines are buried. Avoid operating in questionable
areas.
• Contact with rotating tines or other moving parts may cause personal injury. Keep hands and feet away.
• Prior to tilling, clear the work area of any rocks, branches, string, or other debris that may clog the tiller. If any
debris becomes jammed in the tiller, engage the power unit’s parking brake, shut o the engine, and remove
the ignition key before attempting to remove debris.
• Tiller tines are sharp. Wear leather gloves when working with tiller tines.
• Shut o the PTO to stop the tiller tines whenever the tiller is lifted out of the ground.
Operation - 15
Jack Stand
The tiller is equipped with a jack stand to keep the
hitch arms positioned for reattachment when the tiller
is not in use.
Place the jack stand in the operating position (A) for
tilling or transport.
C
A
B
Place the jack stand in the storage position (B) prior
to detaching from the power unit.
The jack stand is spring loaded to keep it locked in
the selected position. To change the jack stand posi-
tion, pull out on the stand handle (C) and rotate to
the desired position.
Depth Gauge
The tiller is equipped with adjustable depth gauge
skid shoes to provide control of tilling depth.
To adjust the tilling depth:
1. Park the power unit on a level surface and engage
the parking brake.
2.
WARNING
When making adjustments with the tiller in the
raised position, the tiller must be supported with
blocks or stands. Hydraulic drift or accidental
release of hydraulic pressure could allow the tiller
to lower and trap a person or appendage, if the
tiller is not securely supported.
Raise the tiller and support securely with blocks or
stands.
3. Shut o the power unit engine and remove the
ignition key.
4. Loosen the skid shoe adjustment bolts (A) slightly,
and move the front of the skid shoes up or down to
the desired position.
5.
A
Deeper
Shallower
Tighten the adjustment bolts to secure the skid
shoes, making sure both skid shoes are set to
the same position.
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS
Operation - 16
GENERAL OPERATION
Daily Inspection
1.
Always set the parking brake, shut o power
unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before inspecting components, or attempting
any repair or adjustment.
Park machine on a level surface, with the engine
shut o and all uids cold.
2. Perform a visual inspection of both the power
unit and the tiller. Look for loose or missing hard-
ware, damaged components, or signs of wear.
3. Inspect the drive belts and tiller tines. Belts should
be in good condition. Replace worn belts and bent
or damaged tiller tines .
4. Refer to the power unit operator’s manual.
Check the power unit’s engine oil, hydraulic oil,
cooling system, tire pressure, and fuel level. Add
uid or service as required.
5. Test the power unit’s operator safety interlock
system*.
Attaching
1. Drive the power unit slowly forward into the hitch
arms of the tiller. Align the lift arms of the power
unit with the tiller hitch arms by raising or lower-
ing the front hitch and complete the engagement.
2. Once completely engaged, close the front hitch
locking lever.*
3. Engage the parking brake* and shut o the engine.
4. Place the attachment belt onto the PTO drive
pulley on the power unit. Ensure the belt is prop-
erly seated in each pulley.
5. Engage the PTO belt tensioner.
6. Raise the tiller slightly rotate the jack stand up
to the operating position.
Detaching
1. Park the power unit on a level surface and set
the parking brake.*
2. Rotate the jack stand down to the storage position.
3. Lower the tiller to the ground.
4. Shut o power unit engine.
5. Disengage the PTO belt tensioner.
6. Remove the attachment belt from the PTO drive
pulley of the power unit and hook onto the bolt
provided for belt storage.
7. Disengage the front hitch locking lever*.
8. Restart the power unit and back slowly away
from the tiller.
Operating Procedure
Before operation, perform daily inspection, shift the
power unit into low range, and verify the tiller skid
shoes are set for the desired depth.
Mark out the work area to be tilled. For best results,
start tilling on the right side of the work area and
work to the left.
The tiller is designed to be used with the power unit
traveling in reverse. Drive the power unit into the
work area and position the tiller at the edge of the
area to be tilled. With the power unit’s engine run-
ning between 2,000 and 2,500 RPM, engage the
PTO switch. Adjust the throttle to the desired engine
RPM. Slowly lower the tiller into the ground and
begin to move the power unit in reverse. Continue
lowering the tiller until the skid shoes contact the
ground. Place the power unit’s primary SDLA lever
in the oat position by pushing it to the right until the
detent engages. The lever will stay in this position
until intentionally removed.
Continue moving in reverse at an appropriate speed
for the soil conditions. If the tiller belts begin to slip,
reduce ground speed or raise the depth of the tiller.
When near the desired end of the row, slowly begin
lifting the tiller out of the ground while the power unit
is still moving. This will minimize the ditch created at
the end of the row.
Disengage the PTO, move the power unit to the left
of the tilled row, and drive back to the starting point
to begin the next pass.
* Refer to power unit operator’s manual for operation of
power unit controls.
GENERAL OPERATION
Operation - 17
Clearing Debris From The Tiller
WARNING
Always engage the parking brake, shut o the
power unit engine, remove the ignition key, and
ensure all moving parts have come to a complete
stop before attempting to clear a blockage.
If a rock or piece of debris becomes jammed in the til-
ler, it may cause belts to slip or the power unit engine
to stall. If this occurs, shut o the PTO immediately.
WARNING
When clearing debris with the tiller in the raised
position, the tiller must be supported with blocks
or stands. Hydraulic drift or accidental release of
hydraulic pressure could allow the tiller to lower
and trap a person or appendage, if the tiller is not
securely supported.
Lift the tiller out of the ground and support securely
with blocks or stands. Engage the power unit’s park-
ing brake, shut o the power unit engine, and remove
the ignition key before attempting to clean the tiller.
Use a rod or other tool to remove all debris from the
tiller tines and housing before continuing operation.
Transport of Tiller
Transport the tiller with the power unit front hitch
and tiller raised to reduce wear of the equipment.
Travel slowly when transporting over undulating or
rough surfaces to maintain control of the power unit
and reduce the shock to the machine. Always disen-
gage the PTO before transporting the tiller.
Service - 18
SERVICE
Cleaning and General Maintenance
For best results, and to maintain the nish of the til-
ler, clean or wash the tiller to remove dirt and debris.
Clear all debris and dirt from the rotor and tines after
each use.
Belt Inspection
Inspecting the drive belts of the tiller can prevent
sudden belt failure by nding problems before they
cause a belt to break.
Typical wear
on a drive
belt may
result in the
conditions
shown in the
diagram. If
any of these
conditions
occur, the drive belt will require replacement.
Attachment Drive Belt Replacement
1. Remove the tiller from the power unit.
2. Remove the drive pulley shield (A) from the tiller.
3.
A
Remove the old drive belt and install the new
drive belt onto the drive pulley.
4. Reinstall the drive pulley shield.
Triple Drive Belt Replacement
1. Remove the tiller from the power unit.
2. Open the belt and gearbox cover (A).
3.
A
B
C
D
Remove the drive pulley shield from the tiller.
4. Loosen the 3) gearbox plate bolts (B).
5. Loosen the locking nut (C) on the belt adjust-
ment bolt (D) and loosen the adjustment bolt.
6. Remove the old drive belts and install the new
drive belts onto the gearbox and drive shaft pul-
leys. Replace all 3) intermediate drive belts at
the same time.
7. Tighten the belt tension adjustment bolt. Refer to
triple belt tension adjustment below.
8. Tighten the 3) gearbox plate bolts. Torque to
31 ft-lbs (42 Nm).
9. Reinstall the drive pulley shield.
10. Close and fasten the belt and gearbox cover.
Triple Drive Belt Tension Adjustment
1. Remove the tiller from the power unit.
2. Open the belt and gearbox cover.
3. Remove the drive pulley shield from the tiller.
4. Loosen the 3) gearbox plate bolts.
5. Loosen the locking nut on the belt adjustment bolt
and adjust the bolt until the belts are tight.
NOTE: if the belts are overtightened, the triple
pulleys may become misaligned. If this occurs,
reduce belt tension until the pulleys are aligned.
6. Tighten the locking nut on the belt adjustment bolt.
7. Tighten the 3) gearbox plate bolts. Torque to
31 ft-lbs (42 Nm).
8. Reinstall the drive pulley shield.
9. Close and fasten the belt and gearbox cover.
Always set the parking brake, shut o power
unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before inspecting components or attempting any
repair or adjustment.
Attention
If any component requires replacement, use only
original Ventrac replacement parts.
SERVICE
Service - 19
Lubrication Locations
Lubrication is required at the following locations,
using a lithium complex NLGI #2 type grease. Refer
to the maintenance schedule for service intervals and
amount of grease.
Checking Gearbox Oil Level
1. Place the tiller on a level surface.
2. Open the belt and
A
B
gearbox cover (A).
3. Clean the top of the
gearbox and remove
the breather plug (B)
from the top port.
4. Check the oil level in
the gearbox. The oil
level should be main-
tained at approximately
half full. If oil level is
low, add 80-90 syn-
thetic gear oil until the proper level is reached.
5. Reinstall the breather plug into the top port of
the gearbox.
6. Close and secure the belt and gearbox cover.
Changing Gearbox Oil
1. Place the tiller on a level surface.
2. Open the belt and gearbox cover.
3. Clean the top and bottom of the gearbox.
4. Remove the breather plug from the top port of
the gearbox.
5. Place a drain pan beneath the gearbox.
6. Remove the pipe plug from the bottom port of
the gearbox and allow the gear oil to drain.
7. Reinstall the pipe plug into the bottom port of
the gearbox.
8. Add 80-90 synthetic gear oil until the proper
level is reached.
9. Reinstall the breather plug into the top port of
the gearbox.
10. Close and secure the belt and gearbox cover.
Storage
Preparing the Tiller for Storage
1. Clean the tiller.
2. Inspect for loose or missing hardware, damaged
components, or signs of wear.
3. Inspect safety decals. Replace any safety decals
that are faded, illegible, or missing.
4. Inspect belts for signs of damage or wear and
replace as required.
5. Service all lubrication points and inspect gear-
box oil level.
6. Wipe o excess grease or oil.
Removing the Tiller from Storage
1. Clean the tiller to remove any accumulated dust
or debris.
2. Inspect the tiller as instructed in the daily inspec-
tion section of this manual.
3. Test the tiller to ensure all components are work-
ing properly.
SERVICE
Service - 20
Maintenance Schedule
KL480 Tille
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Maintenance
Schedule
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Drive Shaft Bearing
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Main Rotor Bearing
21
Inspect for Damaged Tiller Tines
Inspect Drive Belts
Inspect Safety Decals
Inspect Drive Chain
Inspect Tiller Tine Bolts.
Torque to 55 ft-lbs (75 Nm)
Change Gearbox Oil. Replace w/ 80-90
Synthetic gear oil
Inspection
Inspect for Loose, Missing, or Worn
Components.
Grease & Lubrication: See Lubrication Section
Check Gearbox Oil Level
Maintenance Checklist
KL480 Tiller
Maintenance
Checklist
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Drive Shaft Bearing
21
Fan Shaft Bearing
21
Grease & Lubrication: See Lubrication Section
Check Gearbox Oil Level
Change Gearbox Oil. Replace w/ 80-90
Synthetic gear oil
Inspection
Inspect for Loose, Missing, or Worn
Components.
Inspect Drive Belts
Inspect Safety Decals
Inspect Tiller Tine Bolts.
Torque to 55 ft-lbs (75 Nm)
Inspect Drive Chain
Inspect for Damaged Tiller Tines
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